The Netflix documentary (2023) is a gritty, fast-paced exploration of the violent 1990s conflict between Mumbai's elite "encounter specialists" and the criminal syndicate known as D-Company.
Some reviewers noted that the film "spreads itself too thin," lacking a deep dive into the psychology of the gangsters or the origins of figures like Dawood Ibrahim. Community Perspectives Mumbai Mafia Police vs the Underworld 2023 ALL ...
“This docu does humanize the police officials in a controversial encounter story. The gangsters are hardly focused upon.” IMDb · 3 years ago The Netflix documentary (2023) is a gritty, fast-paced
Critics generally praise its high production value and balanced perspective on extrajudicial killings, though some feel it covers familiar territory for those already versed in Mumbai's crime history. Critical Consensus The gangsters are hardly focused upon
The film avoids easy answers, presenting encounter cops as both celebrated heroes who brought peace and as villains who eventually abused their power.
“Only a person living in fear in Mumbai in the 90s would know, and probably agree [with the encounters].” IMDb · 3 years ago
“For most of its viewers its a history lesson. An unbiased history lesson.” IMDb · 3 years ago